Vehicles don’t crash, people do. Part 1

08 Apr 2025
Driver Safety Theatre
Driver Safety Theatre

Nine out of ten crashes are caused by human factors rather than issues with the vehicle or road conditions. These factors might include driver behaviour, such as speeding, fatigue, or phone use; the tasks they are asked to perform, like meeting unrealistic targets or driving vehicles they are not confident in; or distractions stemming from personal concerns, such as financial difficulties, health issues, or workplace stress.


Whatever the cause, employers have a duty to identify these risks and take action to mitigate them. This presentation begins with a fictitious crash scenario, followed by an insightful discussion with two of the UK’s leading driver health and safety managers. Together, we’ll explore what employers must do to address these challenges, protect their drivers and other road users, and safeguard their businesses.


We’ll examine the causes of the crash and its impact on various management roles within the organisation. Don’t miss Part 2 of this session on Wednesday at 10:30 for further exploration of these critical issues.

Chairperson
Mark Cartwright
Mark Cartwright, Head of Commercial Vehicle Incident Prevention - National Highways
Speakers
Tim Pearson
Tim Pearson, Head of Transport Health and Safety - Wren Kitchens